Merit Voss feels like an outsider in her peculiar family that dwells in a repurposed church. Her life is a collection of unearned trophies and tightly-held secrets, maintained by the oddities of her relatives. But when Merit stumbles upon Sagan, his immediate charm and ideals ignite something within her—until she realizes he's out of reach. Tired of watching life from the periphery and embroiled in the lies that bind her quirky family, Merit decides to expose the truth, shattering any pretense of normalcy. As her plan to escape implodes, she must confront the crushing consequences of her candor and the agony of losing her secret love, Sagan. Without Merit is a story about the intricate web of family dynamics, the weight of secrets, and the redemptive power of love and honesty.